POTENCIAL DE PLANTAS DO CERRADO BRASILEIRO PARA A PRODUÇÃO DE FITOCOSMÉTICO: uma revisão bibliográfica

Abstract

The Brazilian Cerrado is home to a wide diversity of plant species with high potential for the production of sustainable phytocosmetics, rich in bioactive compounds of pharmacological and dermatological relevance. This study aimed to investigate, through a literature review, the potential of Cerrado species in the formulation of natural cosmetics, based on four structural axes: phytochemical and pharmacological properties, cosmetic application, sustainability and inclusion, and technical and regulatory barriers. The analysis of the articles showed that plants such as Caryocar brasiliense (pequi), Mauritia flexuosa (buriti), Dipteryx alata (baru), and Annona crassiflora (araticum), among others, have a promising phytochemical profile, containing fatty acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds capable of promoting hydration, photoprotection, and delaying skin aging. The studies also highlighted the relevance of integrating laboratory evidence and traditional knowledge, as well as the role of sustainable practices in strengthening local production chains. However, challenges related to the standardization of extracts, specific regulations, and technological limitations have been identified, which still hinder the consolidation of these assets in the cosmetics market. It is concluded that the scientific and sustainable exploitation of Cerrado species can drive innovation in green cosmetology, promoting socio-environmental development, biodiversity conservation, and the enhancement of Brazil's biological heritage.